performance Archives - ITFROMZERO

Load Testing Systems with Locust in Python: Real-World Scenarios and API Metric Analysis

By IT From Zero October 6, 2026

A comprehensive guide on writing API load testing scripts with Locust in Python. Explore comparisons between JMeter, k6, and Locust, and learn how to interpret RPS and 95th percentile latency metrics.

Development

A Complete Guide to Integrating Sentry into Next.js: Catching Runtime Errors and Monitoring Performance from A to Z

By IT From Zero October 4, 2026

Learn how to set up Sentry for full-stack Next.js apps: from a 5-minute wizard setup, capturing Server Action/API errors, and measuring database latency to smart Slack alerts.

Docker

Speed Up Docker Desktop: Configure VirtioFS to Process Thousands of Files in Seconds

By IT From Zero September 27, 2026

Configuring VirtioFS on Docker Desktop boosts file I/O sync speeds by 3-5x. It's the optimal solution to reduce lag and save CPU on Mac and Windows machines.

Development

Kysely: A Query Builder Alternative to Prisma and TypeORM for TypeScript Projects

By IT From Zero September 21, 2026

Kysely is the perfect alternative to Prisma and TypeORM. Learn how to build a high-performance Type-safe SQL Query Builder, reduce server RAM, and optimize your Node.js development workflow.

Database

10ms Search Autocomplete: Mastering Redis Sorted Sets

By IT From Zero September 20, 2026

Stop using SQL LIKE for search features. Learn how to leverage Redis Sorted Sets to build an autocomplete system with sub-10ms response times.

Development

Next.js x Panda CSS: Say Goodbye to “Class Name Torture” with Type-safe CSS-in-JS

By IT From Zero September 19, 2026

Learn how to integrate Panda CSS into Next.js to leverage the power of Type-safe CSS-in-JS with Zero-runtime performance. A perfect Tailwind alternative for modern developers.

Development

Why I Switched from Express to Fastify: Tips to Triple Your Node.js Throughput

By IT From Zero September 18, 2026

Forget Express if you need real performance. Discover how Fastify triples REST API processing speed through JSON Schema and smart routing mechanisms.

Database

Bringing SQLite to Production: Optimizing WAL Mode and Synchronous for Real-World Loads

By IT From Zero September 16, 2026

SQLite is far from weak if you know how to configure it. Learn how to optimize WAL Mode, Synchronous, and Cache to handle thousands of transactions per second in production environments.

Development

Rust and Axum: Secrets to Building High-Speed Web APIs from Real-World Experience

By IT From Zero September 15, 2026

Learn how to build high-performance Web APIs with Rust and Axum through real-world experience. This guide covers everything from coding and DB connections to optimized Linux deployment.

MySQL

InnoDB Page Compression: A Pro Tip to Reduce Storage by 50% and Extend SSD Lifespan for MySQL

By IT From Zero September 5, 2026

Discover how to use InnoDB Page Compression to reduce MySQL storage by 50%. Detailed guide on configuration, checking actual disk usage, and CPU performance considerations.